The best cafes in Santa Paula

“Convenience-store chain serving coffee drinks, donuts, hot dogs, burgers & other basic eats.”

“Narrow, neighborhood cafe with backyard seating offers breakfast & lunch fare, coffee & baked goods.”

“Counter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi.”

“Hip, minimalist coffee shop in a large, industrial space with plenty of room for lingering.”

“Skip the overcomplicated menus this week and swing by Bread 'N Butter for a straightforward, well-made cup that actually tastes like coffee. Keep it mellow, soak up the neighborhood energy, and if you’re in a rush, order online first and just cruise in for pickup.”

From the Los Angeles newsletter, August 18, 2026

“Whether you're team old fashion or croissant-style, Kettle Glazed Doughnuts keeps the case stacked with ube cake, maple bacon long johns, S'mores, and that dangerously flaky cruffin, plus vegan and gluten-friendly options. Pair it with a proper espresso or cold brew, then call it self-care.”

From the Los Angeles newsletter, August 26, 2026

“Screenwriters type away at this casual indoor-outdoor spot, boasting free WiFi, crêpes & cafe fare.”

“Pistachio latte and honeycomb bread highlight a menu of coffee and cakes, often with Middle Eastern flavors.”

“Flower-filled coffee shop inside a strip mall, offering specialty drinks and avocado toast.”

“Cute coffeehouse featuring java from El Salvador and Nicaragua, along with bagels, muffins and cakes.”

“Specialty coffee & tea drinks served with a curated selection of baked goods in a stylish setting.”

“Grab-&-go joint for orange & vanilla cappuccino, fizzy strawberry coffee, lavender espresso & more.”

“JC Moore's Coffee Shop keeps mornings easy with coffee classics, creamy matcha, and brunchy bites like paninis and avocado toast. It’s the kind of spot where a quick stop turns into a better day, simple, unfussy, reliably good.”

From the Lynwood newsletter, August 18, 2026

“Casual cafe serving drip and specialty coffee drinks (including a Spanish latte) and pastries, plus gifts.”

“Intelligentsia Coffee Hollywood Coffeebar is where the specialty stuff actually tastes special, with rotating single-origin coffees, thoughtful blends, and the iconic Black Cat espresso dialed in by people who obsess so you don’t have to. Perfect for a midweek reset when your home grinder’s phoning it in.”

From the Hollywood newsletter, August 25, 2026

“Sightglass Coffee in Hollywood’s Sycamore District is a roastery-café where V60s, cold coffee on tap, and classic lattes meet a seasonal, chef-led menu. Grab a seat on the patio, sip something bright, maybe share a bottle of wine, and remember your weekday coffee break can actually feel like a tiny reset.”

From the Beverly Hills newsletter, August 20, 2026

“Tiny espresso bar from famed barista-entrepreneur Tyler Wells, in the City National Plaza.”

“Coffee shop offering espresso drinks, nitro cold brew, and tea, plus pastries.”

“Casual coffee shop brewing espresso, lattes, and matcha, plus light bites and pastries.”

“Crumbs & Whiskers is LA’s first cat cafe, pairing good coffee with adoptable rescue cats and kittens. Book a quick session this week, get your serotonin levels up, and maybe meet your new roommate while supporting local rescues that have helped 5,000+ adoptions and saved 10,000+ lives.”

From the Los Angeles newsletter, August 13, 2026